Kitesurfing Lesson Options and Prices
After fifteen years of kiteboarding and teaching I have built a keen understanding of the different skills needed and the obstacles students will overcome on their path to becoming a safe kiter. I have incorporated some of my own with many pre-existing drills and skill building exercises to streamline and simplify the learning process. I strive to improve my teaching skills and lesson program with every lesson I give.
Comfort in the water, athleticism, and available time to practice all affect how quickly a student will pick up and retain the skills needed to become a confident kite surfer. I believe a mix of lesson time and solo practice is the most efficient and effective way to learn.
Kiteboarding in New England has many variables that are unique to this area. Having a local instructor who is experienced with the intricacies of the New England ocean, weather, and beach rules is a must. I consider it my task to provide you with all the information and tools you need to safely start kitesurfing on your own.
Getting signed up:
All contact info can be found here. The first step is to email us at benny@nekiteschool.com to book your Safety Zoom and Ground Lesson. When they are complete you will be added to the waitlist for water lessons. Please also follow my FB page for announcements regarding availability and monthly price specials.
A Safety Lesson is prerequisite to all water lessons. Please do not ask to skip the Safety Lesson!
There are many factors that go into getting a great day of lessons such as wind, tides, and weather. To ensure you get a quality lesson we ask that you call/text or email with your name, your experience level, and the days/times you are available. We will respond as soon as possible to set a final date and time. If lessons are canceled due to bad wind or weather we will make them up on the next good day.
All open lesson slots will be sent in an email to those on the waitlist.
Open slots are available to any student who has completed the Safety and Ground Lessons.
Lesson slots are booked once payment has been sent.
Course Options
Safety Course - (1~ hr)
Held on Zoom
Price: $100 per student
This course can be booked at any time regardless of wind and weather. Safety Zoom is required to begin water lessons. In this class we will discuss all the safety measures and decision making required to have a safe and fun time on the water. We will learn how to choose a beach and proper weather conditions for kitesurfing. This is also the time to ask any general questions you have about kitesurfing in New England. It is also is a good place meet a friend to take lessons and practice with. In my opinion this is the most important material I will teach you.
Ground Skills - (1-2 hrs)
Held on Beach or a local park
Price: $100 per student
I like for any windy days to be spent in the water so this class will be held on non-windy days. This course is where we learn all the background skills you will need to know in order to have a successful day in the water. In this class we go over the gear set up and break down, how to use the safety systems, and how to properly launch and land your kite. You will also learn how to control the power and steering and go over some of the basic skills required once we get into the water. We will also discuss what to expect in your water lessons and how to come prepared. Once completed you will be added to the waitlist for water lessons.Custom Private Water Lessons
3hr bundle $600
6hr bundle $1100
9hr bundle $1600
12hr bundle $2000
(Lesson time is purchased in hourly packages to be used at students discretion)
(Lesson credit never expires and can be used over multiple days/seasons)
(3hr minimum lesson time)
Unstructured water time to work on whichever skills need to be improved.
In my opinion private lessons are the most time and cost-effective way to learn how to kite. When we get that perfect day with great wind and weather I would suggest going as long as you think you have the energy for. As you know it's not every day that the weather and our schedules will line up.
This is a good option for new students, students coming from other schools to complete their training, and students who have completed their skill progression but would like some more time with an instructor before kiting on their own.
Ride-along lessons are available for students who want to dial in their upwind riding, transitions, and making the 1st few jumps.
Kite Camp - (6hrs)
(3 students per instructor)
Price: $700 per student
(Ground Lesson is included in price)
This is an all day group experience. Come take lessons with family and friends. Kite Camp is also great way to meet other students who you can practice with in the future. In this class you will get into the water and learn how to properly fly a full size kiteboarding kite. We will go through the whole process of choosing a smart location, setting up our gear, launching safely, getting into the water and choosing a safe place to practice. We will learn to properly fly the kite, create power, and maintain control.
Board Camp - (6hrs)
(3 students per instructor)
Price: $700 per student
*Kite Camp required
An all day group experience for students who have completed Kite Camp and are ready to start getting the board on their feet. We will work on board riding skills such as water starts, riding downwind, upwind riding, speed control, and transitions. The majority of students will be popping up and making short rides in both directions by the end of this lesson.
Jetski Lessons!
(Jetski Lessons are 3hr private 1 on 1 lessons)
(Price $800)
*Students must be proficient with kite control, body dragging, and water starts in both directions.
*Benny the head instructor is a USCG Licensed Captain.
A new addition to our teaching options! A great choice for kiteboarding or wing foil lessons. The Jetski lesson allows student to drift downwind without a need to walk the kite back upwind. This allows for much more time on the board and allows students to take unrestricted rides once they are getting up. One truly frustrating aspect of my job is the limited time each year that I can teach, compared to the demand for lessons. A great advantage of Jetski Lessons is we now can teach during high tides which will open up availability to more students in the season.
Wakeboarding
(3hrs $500) (2 person max)
*Board, life jackets, and tow rope are provided but feel free to bring your own.
*2 person minimum required for spotter
Finally, Someone on the North Shore is offering wakeboarding! I am very excited to finally have my USCG Capt Lic. and be able to offer both Kiteboarding and Wakeboarding from the new boat. If the wind isn't blowing but you still want to get on the water this is a great option.